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Cheapest round-trip
$369
Typical prices: $479-$577
Southwest
Sat 12/15Wed 12/19
HOU - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$319
Typical prices: $298-$544
American Airlines
Sun 11/18
HOU - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheap Flights from Hobby to Santa Barbara (HOU-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to Santa Barbara

Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Dec 19
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5:45 pm - 10:05 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:50 pm - 1:10 amSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 20m1 stop San Diego
$369Southwest
Mon, Feb 22 - Sat, Feb 27
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5:00 pm - 10:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:25 am - 4:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$369Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Dec 19
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2:30 pm - 8:45 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 15m2 stops Dallas Love Field Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:50 pm - 1:10 amSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 20m1 stop San Diego
$374Southwest
Mon, Feb 22 - Sat, Feb 27
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5:10 am - 12:05 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 55m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl San Diego
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6:25 am - 4:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$374Southwest
Mon, Feb 22 - Sat, Feb 27
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5:10 am - 12:05 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 55m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl San Diego
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5:25 am - 2:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Austin Bergstrom
$379Southwest
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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4:15 pm - 10:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:45 am - 6:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 05m1 stop Oakland
$406Southwest
Fri, Feb 26 - Sun, Feb 28
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2:20 pm - 7:05 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 45m1 stop Oakland
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12:50 pm - 12:50 amSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
10h 00m1 stop San Diego
$411Southwest
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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4:15 pm - 10:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:50 pm - 9:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 50m2 stops San Diego Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$411Southwest
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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9:57 am - 6:32 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 35m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:43 pm - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 16m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$449American Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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9:57 am - 6:32 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 35m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:33 pm - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$456American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara?

Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara typically range from $479 to $577. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $369, on Southwest.

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Key details for Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara flights

Cheapest flight

$319
One-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Hobby to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hobby to Santa Barbara based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara.

  • How long is a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 1,471 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $369 to $2,905. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $504, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

    Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara usually depart from Houston Hobby (HOU) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara pass through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $479 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $635, a difference of $156.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Houston Hobby Airport and Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara is 2 hours behind Houston Hobby Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Houston Hobby Airport to Santa Barbara flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $479, about $156 less than Saturday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Barbara Airport.

    • The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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